Whether you call it home or look forward to spending a vacation or business trip here, Oregon has what it takes to delight, intrigue, relax, entertain, and challenge you.
Oregon is such a diverse state, and if you have not visited us before it can be hard to know where to begin. To help you find your way around, the Tourism Commission divides the state into seven distinct regions. Each region offers a wide range of activities and services, so you can always find something for everyone. The seven distinct regions of Oregon include the Coast, Portland, Mount Hood and the Columbia River Gorge, the Willamette Valley, Southern Oregon, Central Oregon and Eastern Oregon.
The stately site on which the Columbia Gorge Hotel now stands was originally developed in 1904 by Bobby Rand, a Hood River pioneer, as the Waw Gwin Gwin Hotel (a Native American name "rushing water" for the 208' waterfall on the grounds).
These were the days of steamers navigating the waters of the Columbia River from the Cascades to The Dalles. To alert the hotel, the captains would sound the whistle once for each guest he had on board. Maids would then quickly make up the appropriate number of beds.
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Many guests feel the ghosts of a bygone era when they step into Creek House - spirits welcoming them to a time of grace and charm. Built in 1908 by early Oregon pioneer J. R. Blackaby, the original Victorian light fixtures illuminate the graceful rooms and oak pillars support high ceilings.
Local activities are abundant throughout the entire year in Ontario, Oregon including Jazz Festival's, Antique Shows and Sale, symphonies, rodeos, County Fairs, conferences, fireworks, and a winter parade. Recreation ..... [ more
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The stately site on which the Columbia Gorge Hotel now stands was originally developed in 1904 by Bobby Rand, a Hood River pioneer, as the Waw Gwin Gwin Hotel (a Native American name "rushing water" for the 208' waterfall on the grounds).
These were the days of steamers navigating the waters of the Columbia River from the Cascades to The Dalles. To alert the hotel, the captains would sound the whistle once for each guest he had on board. Maids would then quickly make up the appropriate number of beds.
In 1920, ..... [ 
Many guests feel the ghosts of a bygone era when they step into Creek House - spirits welcoming them to a time of grace and charm. Built in 1908 by early Oregon pioneer J. R. Blackaby, the original Victorian light fixtures illuminate the graceful rooms and oak pillars support high ceilings.
Local activities are abundant throughout the entire year in Ontario, Oregon including Jazz Festival's, Antique Shows and Sale, symphonies, rodeos, County Fairs, conferences, fireworks, and a winter parade. Recreation ..... [